Credit: iStock As we get older, our cardiovascular system changes dramatically. Specifically, our blood vessels become stiffer and lose some of their ability to relax. This is known as endothelial dysfunction. Scientists debate and propose many theories about the specific causes of endothelial dysfunction with aging. Recently, telomeres have become a hot research topic. Telomeres … Continue reading Small but Mighty: How Telomeres Could Control Vascular Aging
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Hot Tubs: The New Home Treadmills?
Credit: iStock Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S. In fact, it has been previously predicted that by 2030, cardiovascular disease will affect more than 40% of the U.S. population. With this in mind, it seems clear that we—as a nation—need to improve our cardiometabolic health! A brief glance at health … Continue reading Hot Tubs: The New Home Treadmills?
The CBD Craze: How It Affects the Vascular System
In just a few years, the therapeutic use of cannabidiol (CBD)—one of the active ingredients in marijuana (cannabis)—has attracted a lot of attention from the scientific community and general public. This elusive compound has been the subject of debate across the country. Drug classification in the U.S. is not always straightforward and often depends on … Continue reading The CBD Craze: How It Affects the Vascular System
Microvesicles and Blood Vessels and Exercise, Oh My!
The American Heart Association recommends that adults get at least 30 minutes of endurance exercise every day to keep your heart, lungs, and circulatory system healthy. A daily workout can help reduce your risk of developing diseases such as diabetes, heart disease and stroke. Endurance exercise is basically any activity that increases your breathing and … Continue reading Microvesicles and Blood Vessels and Exercise, Oh My!